HVAC Construction Project Manager - Data Centers

Accountabilities

• Manage multiple concurrent construction and field service projects across different sites, overseeing all phases from initial mobilization through final closeout.

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules to ensure alignment with client expectations, site readiness, and operational deadlines.

• Coordinate HVAC commissioning, equipment startup, and warranty service activities, ensuring effective execution across field teams.

• Identify potential project risks, anticipate operational challenges, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedules and performance targets.

• Collaborate with dispatch and operations teams to allocate technicians effectively, align staffing levels with project requirements, and optimize workforce utilization.

• Work closely with site leads and field supervisors to monitor productivity, resolve execution issues, and ensure consistent delivery standards.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on project-related matters, providing regular updates on progress, milestones, challenges, and potential risks.

• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, other trades, and facility stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution and effective communication.

• Monitor and control project expenditures, including labor, travel, materials, and other operational costs, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement measures to improve financial performance without compromising quality or safety.

• Partner with billing teams to ensure accurate and timely invoicing, reviewing field documentation, timecards, job coding, and other supporting information.

• Ensure all project activities comply with applicable safety standards, client requirements, job site protocols, and relevant regulatory obligations.

• Address safety concerns promptly, support compliance initiatives, and escalate issues whenever necessary.

• Identify opportunities to improve project scheduling, field execution, resource management, and cost efficiency.

• Contribute to the development of scalable operational processes and the implementation of tools and systems that improve project visibility, accountability, and control.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of project management experience in field services, construction, commissioning, or a related technical environment.

• Previous experience in data centers, HVAC systems, electrical infrastructure, or other mission-critical environments is strongly preferred.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and field teams simultaneously, coordinating resources and priorities across different locations.

• Strong experience developing and managing project schedules, controlling budgets, monitoring costs, and maintaining client relationships.

• Solid understanding of time-and-materials and milestone-based billing models, including the financial and operational processes involved.

• Experience using field service management platforms, such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Field Service or comparable project and operations management systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project tracking tools, with the ability to analyze operational data and monitor project performance.

• Strong understanding of field operations, technician scheduling, resource allocation, and workforce productivity management.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, technicians, site supervisors, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with exceptional attention to detail and the capacity to manage competing priorities.

• A strong sense of ownership and accountability, with a focus on delivering measurable results rather than simply completing assigned tasks.

• Ability to work with urgency while maintaining accuracy, quality, and attention to safety requirements.

• Adaptability and sound decision-making skills, particularly in fast-paced environments where priorities and project conditions may change.

• A proactive mindset focused on operational efficiency, cost control, continuous improvement, and client satisfaction.

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining strong coordination with geographically distributed teams.

• Willingness and availability to travel as needed to support project execution, site operations, and client engagement.

Benefits:

• Remote work opportunity within the United States.

• Full-time position in a rapidly growing field services and technical infrastructure environment.

• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale data center construction and mission-critical infrastructure projects.

• Significant responsibility and ownership over project execution, operational performance, and client relationships.

• Exposure to complex technical projects involving commissioning, equipment startup, and field service operations.

• Opportunity to contribute to the development of scalable processes, operational improvements, and new systems.

• Dynamic and fast-paced working environment with opportunities to develop professionally.

• Salary and additional compensation details are determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the allocated budget for the position and location.